Nutrition Therapy
Small frequent meals, fluid and sodium restriction
What is nutrition therapy for heart failure?
Jaundice
transports food
what is the function of the esophagus?
lack of fluids, prolonged bed rest, pregnancy
what are risk factors for developing constipation?
Destruction of pancreatic beta cells
what is the cause of type 1 DM?
avoidance of foods high in fat, caffeine, and liqueurs
what is nutrition therapy for GERD?
confusion, anxiety, pale skin, clammy skin, shaking
what are the symptoms of low blood sugar?
digestion and absorption
tachycardia, depressed fontanelle, postural hypotension confusion, lethargy
what are the signs of dehydration?
high intake of sugar, complex and simple carbs
what are causes of hyperglycemia?
reduced saturated and total fats, increased fruits and vegetables
Drooling, taking longer to eat, often gagging
what are signs of dysphagia?
producing gastric juice, secreting intrinsic factor for B12 absorption, and holding food for partial digestion
what are the functions of the stomach?
Elevated waist circumference, BP, triglycerides, and decreased HDL
What are the risk factors for metabolic syndrome?
Too much insulin, too long between meals, and excessive exercise
What are the causes of hypoglycemia?
increase of fluids and restriction of oxalate foods
what is nutrition therapy for calcium oxalate stones?
Proteinuria, hyperlipidemia, edema, hypoalbuminemia
what are the symptoms of nephrotic syndrome?
Removal of waste, controlling BP and blood PH, making RBCs, keeping bones healthy
What are the 5 functions of the kidneys?
esophageal varices, ascites, portal hypertension, encephalopathy
what are the complications of liver cirrhosis?
alcoholism and gallstones
what are the causes of pancreatitis?
Eating fiber rich foods, low fat dairy, the DASH diet
What is nutritional therapy for coronary heart disease?
tachycardia, muscle weakness, loss of coordination
what are signs of thiamin deficiency?
hormones regulate blood glucose levels, bicarbonates neutralize stomach acid
what are the digestive functions of the pancreas?
High levels of LDL
What is a risk factor for Coronary Artery Disease?
increased sodium intake
what is a cause for edema?